Karate Knowledge

Answers to the karate questions parents and students ask most often.

What are the benefits of karate for children?

What are the benefits of karate for children? Beyond fitness, children learn focus, discipline, confidence and courtesy, and how to handle winning and losing. Read the five benefits and book a trial class.

What is the difference between karate and taekwondo?

Karate and taekwondo both value courtesy and discipline, but differ in origin, technique and competition: taekwondo is known for kicks, while karate uses hands and feet equally. Compare them and choose what suits your child.

What is the best age to start karate?

What is the best age to start karate? Children can begin at 4, and adults and seniors can learn too. See what each age group focuses on, from 4 to 6, 7 to 12, teens and adults, and choose the right class.

What do karate belt colours mean?

What do karate belt colours mean? From white, yellow, green, purple and brown to black, each colour marks a stage of learning. See how grades match belts, what Dan ranks are, and how grading works.

What are kata and kumite in karate?

What are kata and kumite? Kata is a set sequence of attack and defence moves performed alone, while kumite is two people sparring. Learn how these two competition events differ, how they are scored and what skills they build.

How to prepare for your first karate class

What should you prepare for your first karate class? For a trial, light sportswear is enough, with no need to buy a uniform first. Bring water and a towel. Check what to wear, what to bring and dojo etiquette before you come.